Handcrafted Tradition Since 2005 • Praia do Forte, Bahia
Traditional moquecas simmering in handcrafted clay pots, fresh coconut milk made daily in-house, and pure artisanal dendê palm oil. Enjoyed on our breezy first-floor deck overlooking the Village.
Naturally pressed on-site with zero artificial additives for delicate fragrance and texture.
Pure golden red palm oil providing the rich authentic color and distinctive flavor of Bahia.
Elevated dining area cooled by ocean breezes with a panoramic view over Praia do Forte promenade.
Acoustic MPB, Bossa Nova, and Brazilian rhythms setting a warm, enchanting evening backdrop.
Slow-simmered recipes honoring ancestral culinary traditions with pristine seafood from Bahia’s coastline.
The crown jewel of Bahian cuisine: fresh local catch and tender prawns gently simmered in a piping-hot clay pot with sweet bell peppers, fresh cilantro, natural coconut milk, and a delicate touch of dendê palm oil.
A rich, silky cassava (manioc) purée infused with shrimp broth, coconut milk, and aromatic herbs, loaded with tender sautéed prawns.
Golden crispy seasoned fish croquettes, pan-seared fresh fillets, and savory Brazilian seafood appetizers crafted for sharing on the deck.
See appetizers in menuFreshly muddled fruit caipirinhas (passion fruit, lime, seasonal berries), chilled pure coconut water, and ice-cold craft beers to beat the tropical heat.
See drinks in menuA breezy, intimate terrace overlooking the illuminated village promenade
Perched on the first floor within the charming Galeria das Carpas, Café Made in Bahia offers a front-row seat to the enchanting life of Praia do Forte.
Take a seat along our breezy open-air deck, feel the cooling coastal air, and take in the relaxed, cheerful rhythm of strollers walking beneath the lit trees of Alameda do Sol below.
Bahian culture is intrinsically musical. We frequently host talented local acoustic artists performing timeless Brazilian classics (MPB, Bossa Nova, and samba) for an unforgettable dining ambiance.
Breezy open-air terrace overlooking the illuminated promenade of Alameda do Sol
A welcoming sanctuary above the village promenade, naturally cooled by coastal breezes away from street heat.
Moquecas arrive at your table still bubbling, locking in heat and rich aromas of pure coconut and dendê oil.
Warm attentive service and dedication to genuine hospitality in Praia do Forte since 2005.
Authentic flavors prepared fresh upon order. Ask our team about the catch of the day and daily seasonal suggestions.
Crispy croquettes filled with shredded coastal fish and fresh Bahian seasoning.
Cleaned headless shrimp (300g) simmered in fresh homemade coconut milk, bell peppers, and dendê.
Side: Accompanied by rice, fish pirão reduction, and dendê farofa
The traditional combination of Dourado fish steaks with fresh tender prawns.
Side: Accompanied by rice, pirão, and dendê farofa
Silky smooth cassava purée with sautéed prawns, fresh coconut milk, and dendê oil.
Side: Accompanied by rice and farofa
Whole fresh coastal Red Snapper fried crisp to perfection.
Side: Accompanied by rice, farofa, and vinaigrette
Traditional cured sun-dried beef seared with onions and fried cassava.
Side: Accompanied by white rice
Over two decades honoring genuine coastal culinary knowledge
“We carry the heritage of one of the earliest restaurants in the Village (Restaurante da Nita), preserving the artisanal soul of Bahian gastronomy. Here you can savor dishes made with natural coconut, local dendê palm oil, grilled specialties, pasta, moquecas, stews, bobó, and traditional finger food, such as our famous fish croquettes.”
Serving travelers and locals in Praia do Forte since 2005, Restaurante Café Made in Bahia was founded on the passion for honest recipes and warm Bahian hospitality.
Our kitchen takes no industrial shortcuts. Coconut milk is grated and pressed right here, herbs are fresh from the market, and our dendê oil is carefully selected to provide depth of flavor without heaviness.
More than just a meal, our goal is to share a memorable piece of Bahia’s cultural warmth, presented with respect, care, and pride.
At the heart of the pedestrian village
Locate the traditional Baiana sculpture at the entrance of the gallery and take the stairs directly up to our breezy first-floor deck.
Av. Antônio Carlos Magalhães, 371 — 1st Floor, Praia do Forte, Mata de São João - Bahia, Brazil
Located along the main pedestrian avenue inside the gallery with the outdoor koi fish pond. Walk up the staircase to our first-floor dining room and open-air deck.
Open daily for lunch and dinner. Extended evening hours during high season and lively weekends.
We are situated on the main walking street (Avenida Antônio Carlos Magalhães, 371) on the first floor above the gallery featuring the carp/koi fish ponds in Praia do Forte village.
Our traditional clay pot Bahian Moqueca is the standout specialty of the house, prepared with in-house fresh coconut milk and pestle-pressed dendê oil. Our creamy shrimp bobó is equally beloved.
Yes! We frequently host acoustic live music on our deck, showcasing MPB and Brazilian regional genres during evenings and weekend afternoons.
Absolutely. Located on the first floor, our spacious open deck catches natural sea breezes and offers a pleasant view over the main pedestrian village street.
